A place to drink,
to dine and to listen,
in the heart of Bordeaux

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A duo born in the kitchen

Sarah Bodianu and Gaëtan Robert share a deep commitment to craftsmanship,
a clear vision of their métier, and the desire to create a place that reflects who they are.
After several years in Paris, they sought something different — Bordeaux naturally
emerged as the right choice, offering more space and authenticity for a project built together.

Through their first address, Sarah and Gaëtan return to what truly matters:
“welcoming well.”
Together, they approach their craft with passion and generosity, creating a place
where people feel at ease — and keep coming back.

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Sarah Bodianu

the sommelier

With a background in hospitality, she specialized in sommellerie alongside leading figures such as Thierry Marx and David Biraud (Mandarin Oriental), before continuing at Yam’Tcha and Akrame. A demanding journey that shaped a precise, curious and committed approach.

Today, she brings this expertise to a human-scale bistrot, with a dynamic and evolving wine list. Her philosophy: to guide each guest with accuracy, introduce remarkable wines, and restore wine to its primary purpose — creating connection.

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Gaëtan Robert

the chef

Trained early in hospitality, he joined the kitchens of Pierre Gagnaire (Gaya), before continuing alongside Akrame Benallal, where he rose to manage several venues in France and internationally.

In 2023, he joined Apicius with Mathieu Lecomte, refining a cuisine that is precise, readable, and product-driven. At CulSec, he designs a concise and evolving menu, guided by the seasons, allowing wine to fully engage in dialogue with the plate.

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Wine & vinyl pairings

Cul Sec is also a sonic experience: a vinyl turntable available for guests to select records and shape the atmosphere. Here, sound accompanies the wine, and each moment finds its own rhythm.

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